President Cyril Ramaphosa Complains About EFF Abuse in Parliament

Parliamentary Chaos Over Protectors

• 💡 The parliamentary session was immediately disrupted by EFF members questioning the presence of two individuals in the chamber, identified as "protectors."
• 📌 Members demanded to know who these protectors were and for whom they were providing security, despite the Deputy Speaker's initial explanation.

EFF's Persistent Interrogations

• 💬 EFF members repeatedly interrupted proceedings, pressing for clarification on the protectors' identities and purpose.
• ⚠️ They questioned if South Africa was a "military state" and what the President was "scared of," implying unnecessary security measures.
• 🗣️ A point of order was raised regarding a member's use of the phrase "these people," suggesting it could be a racist remark.

Presiding Officer's Struggle for Order

• 🚨 The Deputy Speaker struggled to maintain control, making multiple rulings on the matter but facing continuous defiance from EFF members.
• ⚡ Attempts to mute or remove disruptive members from the virtual platform were met with further protests and accusations of unfairness.
• ⏱️ The session was significantly disrupted, preventing progress on other parliamentary questions and the President's responses.

President Ramaphosa's Abuse Claim

• 🎤 President Cyril Ramaphosa stated he felt "abused" by the conduct of the EFF members during the session.
• 🎯 This declaration came after prolonged interruptions, personal attacks, and a breakdown of decorum by the opposition members.